David M Giltner has written two books intended for scientists who are working in the private sector:

It's a Game, not a Formula

It's a Game, not a Formula, a book by David M Giltner
How to Succeed as a Scientist Working in the Private Sector

Scientists tend to look for the 'right way' to do things. We are used to chasing after formulas and theories that describe the behavior of the universe, and this expectation that there is a 'right answer' tends to permeate much of what we do.

But the world outside the controlled environment of the science lab doesn't work that way. The most successful scientists who enter the private sector approach their work as if it were a game, with rules that need to be followed but with no clear 'right way' to do things. They take risks, make decisions quickly, and don't overthink things.

This book presents valuable insights from experienced and successful industry PhD scientists who have shared their valuable stories to help you succeed in the private sector and build that rewarding career you are seeking.

 Buy directly from the publisher or on Amazon.

Can you be successful in the private sector?

We hear a lot about the 'transferrable skills' that will make you employable in industry. And these are very important.

But no one tells you that what matters most is that you have the right working habits! Habits such as these:

  • Help the company make money
  • Figure out what matters and what doesn't
  • Be effective, not smart!
  • Decide quickly with limited data
  • Persuade others to follow you
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Turning Science into Things People Need

Turning Science into Things People Need - Voices of Scientists in Industry

My book "Turning Science into Things People Need" explores the journeys of 10 scientists who left the research lab to pursue careers in industry.

Driven by a desire to see their work give tangible results in months rather than decades, these people have all built exciting careers in a wide variety of roles.

Five of these scientists are successful entrepreneurs, starting their own successful companies!

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Turning science into things people need, a book by David M Giltner
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What is working industry really like?

Get advice directly from people who get up in the morning and can't wait to get to work.  Learn about the following jobs:

“I think your book is a good idea. People talk about the transition from science to engineering or going from academia to industry, but no one has actually put together any research on the topic”

Ashok Balakrishnan – Director of Product Development at Enablence Technologies
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Shaping the World

In progress - due in late 2023! Check back for status!

Shaping the World - by David M. Giltner
The Privilege of Being a Scientist in the Private Sector

This will be David's third book, on target to be published in late 2023. This book will contain select long-form interviews of many of the scientists he has interviewed through the last 12 years or so since his first book. The stories collected in that time are just too good not to get out into the world.

 Watch this space for updates!